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Paper Tigers chords by
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Key: E minor•
Intro 1
Em
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G
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D
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A
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D
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Verse 1
Em
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Keep your
G
G

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powder dry and warm
D
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A
A

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Through the coming darkest storm
Em
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G
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All the fear that's sent your way
D
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through your eyes,
A
A

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you might wash away

When you can
Em
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G
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Still your lantern's strong and bright
D
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A
A

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Even through the darkest night
C
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G
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All those paper ti_ gers
D
D

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Em
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All their lies, they might have sold you
C
C

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G
G

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Might be wasted on
D
D

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One so young that you're old again
A
A

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She walks out through the wind
Interlude 1

and the rain
Em
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Verse 2
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They can't give you all those things
D
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A
A

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No pot of gold, no big brass ring
Em
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Stay on the road for the night has come
D
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Per_ haps at dawn we will be like one again
Verse 3
C
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All those paper ti_ gers
D
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Em
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All the lies they might have sold you
C
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Might be wasted on
D
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One so young that you're old again
A
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Sylvia walks through the
Interlude 2

wind and the rain
Em
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D
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Still the shock
Verse 4

rips you through
A
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every nerve
D
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A
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In the bell jar nothing can be heard
C
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Hmm, ah yeah
Interlude 3
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Em
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Verse 5
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I would walk with you
G
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I would talk with you
D
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I would do anything that
A
A

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would get you through
Em
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Draw the line for you
G
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Take the fifth for you
D
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I would stand on a bridge
A
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and jump off it too
Verse 6
C
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Now those paper ti_ gers
D
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Em
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Now the lies they might have sold you
C
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Might be wasted on
D
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One so young that you're old again
C
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All those paper ti_ gers
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Em
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All the lies they might have sold you
C
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G
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Might be wasted on
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One so young that you're old again
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Sylvi_ a walks out through

the wind and the rain
Em
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Chords

  • Em

  • G

  • D

  • A

  • C

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Paper Tigers?

The original key of Paper Tigers by Tom Cochrane is E minor.

What are the main chords for Paper Tigers?

The primary chords used in Paper Tigers are Em, G, D, A, C.

Do I need a capo to play Paper Tigers?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Paper Tigers beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Em, G, D, A, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Paper Tigers?

The tempo of Paper Tigers is approximately 113 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Paper Tigers?

You can easily change the key of Paper Tigers using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for Paper Tigers?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Paper Tigers. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Paper Tigers?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Tom Cochrane.

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